By Penelope Lane
Orlando, Florida, is a electrifying city with abundant adventure-packed activities,
romantic experiences and outdoor adventures. This active city is centrally located within the state and has a convenient international airport, providing easy access for tourists from around the world. Whether vacationers enjoy thrilling theme parks, wild animal encounters or indulgent day spas, there are plenty of things to do in Orlando.
Action-Packed Disney Entertainment
Adults and kids of all ages flock to Disney's Magic Kingdom in Orlando to experience classic attractions and world-famous entertainment. Join the adventure of an unbridled train on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the chaotic whirling of the Mad Tea Party and the thrilling roller coaster in Space Mountain. Love animals? Enjoy Disney's Animal Kingdom on the Wildlife Express Train to learn about animal habitats and husbandry; watch a captivating 3-D show about bugs; and encounter wallabies, tigers and kangaroos in enchanting exhibits. Take in a glamorous show at Disney's Hollywood Studios for a unique entertainment experience. Be dazzled by stunts, animation and movement simulation. Popular tourist attractions include the Twilight Tower of Terror and the brand new American Idol Experience. Ensure you spend at day at the world-famous Epcot Theme Park for global entertainment, and wind through country-themed pavilions for exquisite cuisine, authentic music and architectural enchantments.
Outdoor Adventure
Thrill-seekers will find plentiful attractions in Orlando, Florida. Discover the city from the skies through hang gliding, and enjoy 20 minutes of in-air observation of central Florida's natural landscape (including unspoiled rivers and beautiful palm trees). Love the view from high up? Consider taking a hot air balloon ride, helicopter tour or vintage airplane ride. Outdoor enthusiasts can also discover Orlando through it's many untouched rivers, lakes and springs. Partake in a fishing adventure aboard a chartered pontoon boat for area education and the chance to catch trout in Bay Lake. Another popular outdoor attraction in Orlando is the Westgate River Ranch, an authentic-style dude ranch that offers horseback riding, archery lessons and premier golf experiences. Looking for a closer encounter with Florida's animals? Stop in at Discovery Cove to swim with a bottlenose dolphin, or enjoy a tour at Gatorland to view American alligators in their natural habitat.
Romantic Escapes
Sunny Orlando has many activities that promote romance between visiting couples. Stay at a bed-and-breakfast for a peaceful setting and charming decor; your sweetie will appreciate the homemade Southern breakfasts each morning (and soaking in the hot tub at night). Take a relaxing stroll around Lake Eola. This favorite local attraction draws visitors for the beautiful scenery within the city's walls. Eat a picnic lunch, feed the native swans and enjoy a paddle boat ride or gondola experience. Indulge in a luxurious day spa experience for two--complete with a couples massage and body scrub--for an afternoon of relaxation. Discover Orlando's city nightlife by taking in a concert at the University of Central Florida's arena, Hard Rock Live or House of Blues. Looking for a serene nature experience? Couples will enjoy a visit to nearby tranquil Kraft Azalea Gardens; enjoy meandering through canopied nature trails, reading a book on a charming riverside bench or catching one of Orlando's spectacular sunsets.
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